Glasner Emphasizes Need for Change Ahead of Conference League Quarter-Final Qualification

Oliver Glasner has stated that adjustments will be necessary for his team to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the Conference League.

Recent Encounter with Larnaca

Earlier this season, Glasner’s squad faced Larnaca during the group stage but was unable to find the back of the net, resulting in a 1-0 defeat.

Looking Ahead

“We are preparing for our third encounter against them, and it’s crucial that we score this time,” Glasner remarked. He noted that some tactical modifications may be required. “Given they conceded only one goal in the group stage, it’s unlikely they will allow us to score three or four tonight.”

Adapting to Their Playstyle

“Perhaps we need to better adapt to their playing style,” he suggested.

Missed Opportunities and Performance Analysis

Despite failing to secure a victory in South London, Glasner remained confident that there were sufficient opportunities to win, especially after key chances were squandered by Tyrick Mitchell and Jorgen Strand Larsen.

“I believe our performance was satisfactory, though not exceptional,” he expressed. “We created enough opportunities to claim the match. Our organization was solid, and we anticipated that generating chances and scoring would be challenging.”

Critical Moments

“We should have scored at least twice, and I credit their goalkeeper for his efforts. We controlled much of the game, but set-pieces posed difficulties due to the wind, so hats off to their defense.”

The Importance of the Tie

“It’s just the first leg; the outcome will ultimately hinge on the match in Cyprus.”